Annual memorial tournament held

fuad Esack|Published 1 year ago

Siseko Mpokela’s mother Sheila Mpokela hands over the trophy to winning captain, Jongiwe United’s Lifa Ncube.

Hout Bay Barcelona FC recently hosted the second annual Siseko “Mr Marvelous” Mpokela Remembrance under-14 Tournament, at the Hout Bay sports complex. Eight teams took part in the tournament held in honour of former HB Barcelona FC player Siseko Mpokela, who died in 2022 in a drowning incident at Hout Bay Beach. The tournament was won by Jongiwe United who beat Barcelona 2-0 in the final. Pictured are some of the tournament’s big winners.

Jongiwe United’s Litha Mpholekana was named goalkeeper of the tournament.

Jongiwe United’s Lwandle Tshofuti was named the tournament’s top goal scorer.

Jongiwe United’s Thitha Mboniswa sheds a few tears after he was named the tournament’ most disciplined player.

Trophies for the Siseko “Mr Marvelous” Mpokela Remembrance Tournament.

Siseko Mpokela’s mother Sheila Mpokela and her sisters came out in support of the tournament, held in honour of her son who died in 2022.